According to Evan Drellich of the Houston Chronicle, the Cubs talked to the Astros earlier this offseason about a trade for catcher Jason Castro.

That was before the Cubs landed Miguel Montero from the Diamondbacks. They're all set now. Castro declined a contract extension last winter and can become a free agent two years from now, so it makes sense that the Astros would be listening to offers. The 27-year-old backstop batted just .222/.286/.366 in 126 games this past season, but he had a tremendous 2013. Thu, Dec 11, 2014 03:39:00 PM

The Astros and Jason Castro haven't discussed a contract extension yet this offseason, according to Evan Drellich of the Houston Chronicle.

Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said the club is open to extensions, but Castro hasn't been one of those engaged to this point. Drellich notes that the team did extend an offer to Castro last winter, with Castro declining the proposal. The 27-year-old may be more inclined to consider a deal this time around after struggling to a .222/.286/.366 line this past season. Castro's name has also appeared in some trade rumors this hot stove season. Tue, Nov 18, 2014 11:01:00 PM

Chris Cotillo of MLBDailyDish.com reports that the White Sox are a "team to watch" in a potential Jason Castro trade.

Cotillo notes that Chicago general manager Rick Hahn "has been enamored with Castro for a while." Tyler Flowers hit 15 homers for the White Sox this season, but he's a career .218/.287/.382 batter and Castro, at least offensively, would be a notable upgrade. The Astros are reportedly willing to listen to offers for Castro following the acquisition of Hank Conger. Fri, Nov 14, 2014 02:22:00 PM

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According to Evan Drellich of the Houston Chronicle, the Cubs talked to the Astros earlier this offseason about a trade for catcher Jason Castro.

That was before the Cubs landed Miguel Montero from the Diamondbacks. They're all set now. Castro declined a contract extension last winter and can become a free agent two years from now, so it makes sense that the Astros would be listening to offers. The 27-year-old backstop batted just .222/.286/.366 in 126 games this past season, but he had a tremendous 2013.

The Astros and Jason Castro haven't discussed a contract extension yet this offseason, according to Evan Drellich of the Houston Chronicle.

Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said the club is open to extensions, but Castro hasn't been one of those engaged to this point. Drellich notes that the team did extend an offer to Castro last winter, with Castro declining the proposal. The 27-year-old may be more inclined to consider a deal this time around after struggling to a .222/.286/.366 line this past season. Castro's name has also appeared in some trade rumors this hot stove season.

Chris Cotillo of MLBDailyDish.com reports that the White Sox are a "team to watch" in a potential Jason Castro trade.

Cotillo notes that Chicago general manager Rick Hahn "has been enamored with Castro for a while." Tyler Flowers hit 15 homers for the White Sox this season, but he's a career .218/.287/.382 batter and Castro, at least offensively, would be a notable upgrade. The Astros are reportedly willing to listen to offers for Castro following the acquisition of Hank Conger.

Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said the Astros may trade a catcher over the offseason.

"Because we have three major league catchers, I’ve had clubs inquire about all our catchers quite frankly," Luhnow said. "I think if you look at it, the chances of us carrying all three of those guys on the 25-man roster, something else would have to give. So I think there’s at least a 50-50 chance that some way or another, we’ll have gotten that three down to two." Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reported previously that the team would likely listen on Jason Castro. Max Stassi and the recently acquired Hank Conger may also be in play.

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reports that "the feeling" in the industry is that the Astros will listen to offers for Jason Castro.

The Astros picked up Hank Conger via trade from the Angels last week and he could slide into the starting catcher spot. Castro tumbled to a .222/.286/.366 batting line this season after being an All-Star in 2013, but he still hit 14 homers and offers an above-average left-handed bat for a catcher. He's due another raise this winter in his second year of arbitration, so the Astros could elect to deal him before he gets too expensive.

Jason Castro went 2-for-4 with two RBI in a win over the Angels on Tuesday.

Castro had a sacrifice fly RBI in the Astros' four-run first inning, and he added an RBI double in the fifth. It's been a season to forget for the catcher, but he's 6-for-15 with two doubles, two home runs, seven RBI and three runs scored in his last four games. Perhaps the 27-year-old can end the season on the upswing.

Jason Castro's fifth inning grand slam was the deciding factor in Thursday's victory over the Rangers.

Castro finished 2-for-3 with a walk and the salami. His fifth inning 420-foot shot to right field off of Roman Mendez would prove to be the only offense the Astros would muster on the evening but it was enough behind a strong start from Collin McHugh. Castro had been held hitless in each of his previous six games spanning 22 plate appearances. On the season, he has 13 home runs, 50 RBI, and a .227/.297/.377 slash line.

Jason Castro went 2-for-3 with his 12th homer and a couple of walks against the Red Sox on Saturday.

Castro is a career .381 hitter in 42 at-bats against Boston, compared to .244 against everyone else. With 12 homers and 45 RBI in 99 games this year, he's nearly on pace to match last year's power numbers. However, his troubles getting on base (he's hitting .233 with a 118/29 K/BB ratio) have caused him to be dropped in the Houston order.

Jason Castro went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer in Saturday's victory over the Blue Jays.

He's now riding a five-game hitting streak. Of course, Castro's season was extremely sluggish to that point, and he's only slashing .234/.300/.398 on the year. About the only non-disappointing aspect of his game has come in the power department -- Castro is on pace for 16 homers.

Jason Castro hit a two-run homer to help the Astros beat the Red Sox 3-2 on Saturday afternoon.

Castro also tripled in the game. He missed most of this week with discomfort in his left armpit, but the pain medication he was prescribed appears to be working. The 27-year-old catcher has eight homers and 36 RBI on the season. He's capable of a nice second half.

Jason Castro (arm) went 1-for-5 with a double and a strikeout in his return to action Friday.

Castro hasn't played since Sunday due to pain in the area of his left armpit. While there was some speculation that a swollen lymph node could be the cause, he has seen improvement after receiving treatment.

It's his first start since Sunday, as Castro has been battling pain in his left armpit. The Astros catching is sporting a .228/.303/.366 batting line with seven homers and 34 RBI over 73 games this season.

Brad Peacock ran for 20 minutes Wednesday without experiencing any discomfort in his hip.

Peacock needed hip surgery last October, but his rehab has gone smoothly up to this point and he should be ready for the beginning of the 2015 regular season. The right-hander has already completed two bullpen sessions. He will be competing for the fifth spot in the Astros' starting rotation this spring.